Education and Support Resources

Helpful Websites and Phone Numbers​

• American Psychological Association www.apa.org

• MedlinePlus – A service of the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institute of Health www.medlineplus.gov  

• NIH - National Institute of Health

• NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml 

• WebMD www.webmd.com 

• Carolina Poison Center, Charlotte 1-800-848-6946 Fax:704-395-3754 

• Drug Abuse (New Hanover County) 1-800-672-2903

• Insurance Information Consumer Division  NC Dept. of Insurance 1-800-662-7777

• Library for the Blind 1-800-232-5463

• Library for the Handicapped 1-888-831-5922

• Medical Review of North Carolina (Beneficiary Hotline) 1-800-722-0468

• NC Literacy Resource Center 1-800-553-9759

• Wilmington’s Rape Crisis Center: 910-392-7460

• TTY Directory Assistance 1-800-855-1155

Support Groups & Organizations (Listed Alphabetically)

ADHD

• CHADD – Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder

• National Institute for Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/index.shtml 

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Adult Care

• Elderhaus, Inc. - Serves Brunswick, New Hanover & Pender counties with adult daycare, adult day healthcare, group respite. 1950 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington 910.343.8209

• Southeastern Center Developmental Disability Services - Adult daycare 5041 New Centre Drive, Suite 200, Wilmington, 28405 910.313.3232

Aging

• New Hanover County Department of Aging - Services include congregate meals, home-delivered meals, senior centers, recreation, transportation, information & referral, assistance, health promotion, wellness programs and disease prevention, employment assistance, Operation Fan/Heat Relief 2222 South College Road, Wilmington 910.452.6400

Alzheimer's

• Alzheimer's Association  https://www.alz.org/

• Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) 
  1-800.438.4380 ADEAR website https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/about-adear-center

Anxiety

• Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org 

• www.anxiety.org

• Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/anxiety 

• National Institute for Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml 

Arthritis

• Arthritis Foundation - Information and resources pertaining to arthritis. Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org

Depression

• Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org

• Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/depression 

• National Institute for Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml 

Diabetes

• American Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org/

Disabilities

• Arc of North Carolina 

16 E. Rowan Street Suite 204, Raleigh NC 27619 919.782.4632 or 1.800.662.8706 
Contact: Rsewell108@aol.com http://www.arcnc.org/ 

• ASA of North Carolina 

505 Oberlin Road Ste. 230, Raleigh NC 27605-1345 919.743.0204 or 1.800.442.2762 (toll-free in NC only) Contact ASNC@aol.com https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/ 

• Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP-DA) New Hanover County https://www.nhrmc.org/about/community-resources/cap

• Family Support Network of SE North Carolina www.fsnnc.org

1501 Dock Street, Wilmington 251.5817 Independent Living 1506 Market Street, Suite B, Wilmington 251.5810

• NC Council on Developmental Disabilities 

1001 Navaho Dr. Suite GL-103, Raleigh NC 27609 919.850.2833 or 800.357.6916 
www.nc-ddc.org

• Regional Resource Center for NC Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services 

1316 S. 16th Street, Suite 411, Wilmington, NC 910.251.5702 or 910.251.5767 TDD 
1.800.205.9915 or 1.800.205.9916 TDD   https://www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/hearing-loss/regional-centers-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing

• Southeastern Center Developmental Disability Services - Adult Day Care 

5041 New Centre Drive, Suite 200, Wilmington 910.313.3232

• Wilmington TEACCH Center (Autism, PDD) 

1320 South 16th Street, Wilmington NC 28401 910.251.5700 
teacch@wilmington.net 

Eating Disorders

• National Institute for Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/eating-disorders/index.shtml 

• Chrysalis Center, Wilmington, NC  910-790-9500  https://www.chrysaliscenter-nc.com/

• National Eating Disorders Association https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline   HelpLine: 800-931-2237

Education

• Exceptional Children Assistance Center (ECAC) 

Provides parent support and education; includes advocacy, help with school IEP issues 
907 Barra Row Ste. 102/103, Davidson, NC 28036  704.892.1321 or 800.962.6817 NC toll-free 
ecac@ecac-parentcenter.org  www.ECAC-parentcenter.org 

• Wilmington TEACCH Center (Autism, PDD) 1320 South 16th Street, Wilmington NC 28401  910.251.5700  teacch@wilmington.net www.unc.edu/depts/teacch

• Employment Assistance & Training Vocational Rehabilitation 1506 Market Street, Suite A, Wilmington, NC  910.251.5710 

Family Support

• Family Support Network of SENC www.fsnnc.org

1501 Dock Street, Wilmington  910. 251.5817

• Hospitality House of Wilmington https://www.nhrmc.org/locations/secu-family-house-at-new-hanover-regional-medical-center    Provides support to patients and families of those in medical crisis 1523 Physicians Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 662-9980

• New Hanover County Department of Social Services   https://socialservices.nhcgov.com/

1650 Greenfield Street, Wilmington  910.341.4700

Hospice

• Lower Cape Fear Hospice  725-A Wellington Ave, Wilmington  910.772.5444  1.800.733.1476  www.hospiceandlifecarecenter.org

Medication Resources

• North Carolina Health and Wellness Trust Fund Commission - Prescription drug assistance program for eligible patients 65+ who have cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Call 1.800.662.7030 for eligibility and application.

• Prescription Drug List - Online drug information resource and a medical encyclopedia. www.rxlist.com

• Good Rx- discount codes and coupons for medications www.goodrx.com

Osteoporosis

• National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) - Online resources and information about osteoporosis. https://www.nof.org/

Social Security / SSI

• Disability Hotline - Information and referral service for questions on Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income: 1-800-638-6810 Social Security Administration 1528 South 16th Street, Wilmington 1.800.772.1213 or 910.815.4733

Stroke

• National Stroke Association - Online resources and information about stroke. www.stroke.org

Substance Abuse

• Fresh Beginnings Alcoholics Anonymous: Wilmington 910.762.0301

• Alcoholics Anonymous for Teens: http://www.al-anon.alateen.org

• Child & Adolescent Services Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse Services 

3006 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-3006  919.733.3654 
www.dhhs.state.nc.us/mhddsas/developmentaldisabilities

• National Institute for Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/substance-use-and-mental-health/index.shtml

• The Prevention Coalition  http://thepreventioncoalition.org/additonal-resources/

  • 20 Parenting Techniques that Can Help Discourage Addiction: http://drug-and-alcohol-treatment.net/20-parenting-techniques-can-help-discourage-addiction/

  • Risk Factors of Drug Abuse: http://thepreventioncoalition.org/drug-use-the-bare-facts/risk-factors-for-drug-abuse/

  • Parent Talk Kit: Tips for Talking and What to Say to Prevent Drug and Alcohol Abuse:   http://medicineabuseproject.org/assets/documents/parent_talk_kit.pdf

  • Signs of Addiction and Drug Use in Kids & Teens: http://thepreventioncoalition.org/drug-use-the-bare-facts/know-the-signs/

  • Is Your Home an Accomplice for Your Rebellious Teen? http://www.homeadvisor.com/r/home-safeguards/

  • Household Items to Watch Out For: http://thepreventioncoalition.org/drug-abuse-prevention/for-parents/household-items-to-watch-out-for/

  • Home After Rehab: The Guide to Finding the Right Place for Recovery: https://www.redfin.com/blog/finding-a-home-after-rehab

  • 9 Steps to Take When Your Recovering Teen Comes Home from Treatment: http://www.drugfree.org/9-steps-to-take-when-your-recovering-teen-comes-home-from-treatment/

  • Emerging Trends in Drug Use: http://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/emerging-trends

  • Are You Raising Healthy Kids? http://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/resources-and-publications/info/parents/get-started/quiz.html 

  • Self Tests: http://thepreventioncoalition.org/addiction-self-tests/

Suicide Support

• Trillium Mobile Crisis Unit: 877-685-2415 

• Suicide Support Group -find a group: http://www.suicide.org/support-groups/north-carolina-suicide-support-groups.html  

• National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention/index.shtml